It has been raining steady now here at Carley Brook Farm for the past week. My attention to fixing these plaster walls and ceilings keeps diverting to the poor shape of the roof on this old farmhouse. I know the roof needs replacing. Luckily it is not leaking however, the asphalt shingles are well beyond their lifespan and blatantly displaying the tell tale signs: Splitting and cracking ends; curled, warped and buckled edges; and the more than occasional piece of dried up shingle on the ground after a mildly stiff wind. YIKES!
The roof has been measured and materials calculated. The roof will be replaced with a standing seam – tin roof of deep forest green. I think it will look sharp and is appropriate for the style of house.
I had briefly considered other options. Asphalt shingles wouldn’t be historically accurate – and the largest of the factors: I’m not a fan of them. Slate? — not on this budget. besides the cost – I don’t think the roof could handle the weight.
I thought about a composite – again cost considerations.
Researching other architecture in the area from the same period and reviewing countless historical photographs within the county — the tin roof seems to be the best choice.
After measuring and calculating materials and a little negotiating – I got a pretty damned good deal at $1.15 per square foot including components, fasteners, ridge cap and the rest of the stuff.
I’ll be working with a buddy — more like assisting him in the installation. Can’t beat bartering.
The roof measures out to just over 2,500 square feet so materials will be just under $3,000. I already have an ample supply of roofing felt. Bartering for the labor and assisting with the installation helps control the costs.
My buddy, who installs a lot of tin roofs, believes that removing the old shingles and laying the felt will take one day then final measurements, trimming panels, laying the valley and placing panels will take the second day, and the final detail work will finish up on the third.
I’m not sure if he is being optimistic but he since he does install a lot of standing seems roofs — I’ll take him at his word.
Now if this rain will ever end we can get started.
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